Aftter Pick-Up Reset
Helping parents understand why children fall apart after kindy or school—so afternoons feel calmer and more connected.
An 8-week online parent program for families whose child holds it together all day… then falls apart after kindy or school.
Created by paediatric occupational therapist and founder of Nurtured Growth Therapy, Taryn
Does your child seem to save all of their big emotions for you?
They've managed to get through the school or kindy day.
Their teacher tells you they've had a great day.
Then you pick them up...
Within minutes they're crying, yelling, refusing to get in the car, arguing with their sibling, or melting down over something that seems so small.
By the time you get home, you're walking on eggshells.
Snack becomes a battle.
Dinner feels impossible.
Bedtime stretches on for hours.
And you find yourself wondering:
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Why is it always worse with me?
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Why can they cope all day and then completely fall apart at home?
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Am I making things worse?
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What am I supposed to do in those moments?
If this sounds familiar, you're not alone.
In fact, it's one of the most common concerns I hear from families.
And here's the good news.
When you understand why the after pick-up crash happens, it becomes much easier to know how to respond.
That's exactly what After Pick-Up Reset was created to help you do.
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Why does the after Pick-up crash happen?
Many children spend the day using enormous amounts of emotional, sensory and social energy. They're following instructions. Managing friendships. Coping with busy classrooms. Navigating transitions. Meeting expectations. Holding themselves together.
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By the time you pick them up, their nervous system may have very little capacity left. Home is often the place where they finally feel safe enough to release everything they've been holding in. That doesn't mean you've done anything wrong. And it doesn't mean your child is choosing to behave this way.
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It means their nervous system needs support. This program isn't about stopping emotions or expecting perfect behaviour. It's about helping you understand what's happening beneath your child's behaviour so you know how to support them through it.
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Understanding what's happening beneath your child's behaviour changes everything.
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Instead of wondering how to stop the behaviour, you'll begin to understand what your child needs in those moments—and how you can support them with confidence.
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Hi, i'm Taryn!
I'm a paediatric occupational therapist and the founder of Nurtured Growth Therapy.
Over the years, I've worked alongside many children and families navigating emotional regulation challenges, sensory processing differences and everyday routines that can feel overwhelming.
One pattern appears again and again:
Children who work incredibly hard to cope throughout the day... then completely unravel once they're home with the people they feel safest with.
I've created After Pick-Up Reset to help parents understand what's happening during those challenging after pick-up hours and provide practical, occupational therapy-informed strategies that fit real family life.
Because when parents understand their child's nervous system, they feel more confident.
And children feel more supported.
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Imagine if afternoons felt different...
Imagine picking your child up knowing exactly how to support them through those first difficult moments.
Imagine recognising the early signs of overwhelm before everything escalates.
Imagine having a simple after pick-up routine that helps your child recover from a busy day instead of hoping this afternoon might somehow be different.
Imagine responding with confidence instead of second-guessing yourself.
Imagine finishing the day feeling more connected to your child instead of simply trying to get through to bedtime.
Parenting will always have challenging moments. But afternoons don't have to feel like survival.
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Introducing After pick-up Reset
After Pick-Up Reset is an 8-week online parent program designed specifically for families navigating the challenging hours after kindy or school.
Through practical learning, live coaching and personalised guidance, you'll learn:
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why the after pick-up crash happens
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how your child's nervous system influences behaviour
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how to recognise the early signs of overwhelm
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practical strategies to support regulation before behaviour escalates
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how to create a personalised after pick-up landing routine
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what to say and do during big emotions
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ways to build your child's emotional regulation and independence over time
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Everything is designed to be practical, realistic and easy to implement within everyday family life.
what you'll learn:
Module 1
Understand the After Pick-Up Crash
Discover why many children hold it together all day before falling apart at home, and learn how to recognise the early signs that your child's nervous system is becoming overwhelmed.
Module 2
Create Your After Pick-Up Reset
Learn how to support your child's nervous system during the first 20 minutes after pick-up by creating a simple, personalised landing routine that works for your family.
Module 3
Respond Without Escalation
Develop practical strategies and scripts that help you respond confidently during meltdowns, reduce power struggles and support regulation.
Module 4
Build Skills for the Future
Learn how to support your child's emotional regulation, flexibility, transitions and independence outside the difficult moments.
By the End of the
Program You'll:
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Understand why your child falls apart after kindy or school
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Know how to support your child's nervous system during the most challenging part of the day
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Feel more confident responding to meltdowns and big emotions
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Have a personalised after pick-up reset routine
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Recognise the early signs of overwhelm before emotions escalate
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Better understand your child's sensory and regulation needs
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Feel calmer and less reactive during difficult moments
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Enjoy more connected afternoons and evenings
What's Included:
Four Practical Learning Modules
Short, engaging lessons released fortnightly that explain what's happening beneath your child's after-pick up behaviour and provide practical strategies you can begin using straight away.
Four Live Group Coaching Sessions
Join fortnightly online coaching sessions where we'll troubleshoot your challenges, refine your strategies and answer your questions as you put the program into practice.
Personalised Sensory Profile Review
Develop practical strategies and scripts that help you respond confidently during meltdowns, reduce power struggles and support regulation.
Private Parent Community
Connect with other parents who understand exactly what the after pick-up hours can feel like, ask questions and receive support throughout the program.
You'll also receive:
After Pick-Up Reset Plan
Meltdown Scripts Toolkit
Parent Regulation Toolkit
Sensory Pattern Guide
Early Signs Cheat Sheet
Regulation Tracking System
Sleep Support Mini Guide
When It's Not Working Reset Guide
Is This Program Right for You?
This program may be a great fit if:
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your child generally copes well at kindy or school but struggles once they're home
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the first hour after pick-up is regularly the hardest part of your day
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afternoons often end in tears, meltdowns or emotional outbursts
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you feel like you're constantly guessing what your child needs
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you've tried different strategies but still aren't sure why afternoons are so difficult
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you want practical guidance that fits real family life
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you'd like to understand your child's nervous system rather than simply managing behaviour
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If you regularly finish the day feeling exhausted, frustrated or unsure what to do next, this program was created for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this program for?
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Parents of children aged approximately 3–8 years who generally cope well during the day but regularly struggle during the transition home after kindy or school.
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Many parents also find the strategies helpful during other low-capacity times such as mornings or bedtime.
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What if I can't attend the live coaching sessions?
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Live attendance is encouraged, but recordings will be available if you're unable to join.
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What if my child already receives therapy?
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This program complements occupational therapy and other supports by focusing specifically on helping parents navigate the after-school transition at home.
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How much time will I need each week?
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Each learning module takes approximately 15–20 minutes to complete, with a 60-minute live coaching session every fortnight on Monday evenings 7:00-8:00pm AEST during term time.
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The program is designed for busy families and focuses on practical strategies rather than overwhelming theory.
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Is this individual occupational therapy?
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No, After Pick-Up Reset is an educational parent program. It provides education, coaching and practical guidance but does not replace individual occupational therapy services.
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When does the program start?
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After Pick-Up Reset runs as a small-group cohort during school term. Places are intentionally limited so every family has the opportunity to ask questions and receive personalised support during the live coaching sessions. Once enrolments are open, you'll be able to choose the next available intake.
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How much does the program cost?
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The investment is $497 AUD when paid in full.
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If you'd prefer to spread the cost, you can choose a 2-payment plan.
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For families using NDIS funding (where appropriate), payment can be split across 4 instalments to align with your plan and budgeting needs.
You Don't Have To Dread Pick-Up Every Day...
The hours after kindy or school can feel overwhelming.
But they don't have to stay that way.
When you understand what's happening beneath your child's after-pick up behaviour—and have practical strategies to support them—you can move from surviving afternoons to feeling calmer, more confident and more connected.